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Residential One-Stop Guidelines (CE1050)

The Residential One-Stop Guideline lists the various requirements for plan submittal and review of residential construction projects.

Last updated: September 8, 2025

Residential Repairs Permit Guidelines (CE1058)

Guidelines for applying for a residential repairs permit. Residential repairs permits are required for repairs that involve only replacement of existing structural members and other building elements.

Last updated: 12/28/2022

Lista de especificaciones para reparaciones residenciales (CE1059S)

Este formulario debe ser completado por el solicitante para obtener permisos para trabajos que no requieren una revisión del plano siempre y cuando los materiales sean iguales o equivalentes a los materiales que van a ser reparados o reemplazados.

Residential Repair Spec List in Spanish.

Last updated: January 2024

iPermits Acknowledgement Form (CE1240)

Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).

Last updated: 03-18-2024

Building Code Enforcement Permit Fee Schedule

Quick reference handout listing Building Code Enforcement's permit fees, effective January 1, 2026.

Last updated: 1/1/2026

iPermits How to Purchase a Trade Permit

How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.

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SOLAR APP+ PERMIT IPERMITS HOW-TO-GUIDE (CE_1413)

Last Updated: May 2025.

List of Approved Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Designer/Lead Installation Personnel

List of Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Designer/Lead Installation Personnel approved by the City of Houston to perform special inspections.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Post Install Solar Inspection Letter (CE-1387a)

This is an example of an inspection letter for a typical solar panel system. For a Solar APP+ project, refer to form CE-1387b.

Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022